‘The Last Dance’ Episode 4 synopsis/review: ‘Times are changing’
Episode 4 starts and ends with the key coaching philosophies of the one and only Phil Jackson, the man who was at the helm for each of the Bulls’ six championship wins in the 1990s.
‘The Last Dance’ Episode 3 synopsis/review: ‘You don’t put a saddle on a mustang’
Simply put, Episode 3 of “The Last Dance” can be summarized with two words: Dennis Rodman.
‘The Last Dance’ Episode 2 synopsis/review: ‘I had to do what was best for me’
Simply put, the second episode of “The Last Dance” on ESPN, which highlights the infamous 1997-1998 season for the Chicago Bulls, stands out as “The Scottie Pippen Episode.”
‘The Last Dance’ Episode 1 synopsis/review: ‘Enjoy what’s happening, because this is it’
At long last and amid an unprecedented postponement of the NBA’s regular season, basketball fans were finally treated to the premiere of “The Last Dance” on ESPN, getting an all-access look into the Chicago Bulls’ infamous 1998 season.
Increased production: A new trend for athletes as the demand for content continues to grow
What does someone do while the iron’s hot? They strike. Enter high-profile athletes, looking for a lasting legacy that will keep their name in the conversation when the time comes for them to retire from the sport they love.
NBA All-Star Weekend: Assembling the all-time Slam Dunk Contest, 3-Point Contest, and Skills Challenge
February serves as a frenetic time for basketball fans around the country for a multitude of reasons. Teams start to hit their strides and trade talk picks up as contenders … Continue Reading NBA All-Star Weekend: Assembling the all-time Slam Dunk Contest, 3-Point Contest, and Skills Challenge
‘The Great Brady Heist’ documentary recap/review: ‘Gonna be a hell of a story’
The whole story sounds like the plot of a movie, so it’s only fitting that the folks over at FOX Sports and NFL Films, in conjunction with Religion of Sports, would put together an incredible, hourlong documentary to highlight it all.
Rest in peace, Kobe Bryant: Basketball world reacts as news breaks of NBA legend’s death in helicopter crash
As confirmation came down about Kobe Bryant’s death, fans were left devastated as the realization began that one of the league’s all-time greats had passed.
The Greatest in Green: Breaking down the greatest Celtics of all time
The Boston Celtics remain one of the two most important and successful franchises in NBA history (with the Los Angeles Lakers being the other). With so many standouts–including numerous Hall … Continue Reading The Greatest in Green: Breaking down the greatest Celtics of all time
The Swing of Things’ Austin Bumpus joins Trails to Peaks Radio to discuss site’s creation, other topics in sports media
Austin Bumpus, founder of The Swing of Things, recently joined Rob Huckins on the latest episode of “Trails to Peaks Radio,” talking about the mindset and motivation behind The Swing … Continue Reading The Swing of Things’ Austin Bumpus joins Trails to Peaks Radio to discuss site’s creation, other topics in sports media
Pick-Six: Top NBA players of all time
There has been a lot of debate the last few weeks about ESPN’s recent release of their list of the NBA’s greatest players of all-time, specifically about Kobe Bryant’s position … Continue Reading Pick-Six: Top NBA players of all time
A solution to the All-Star Game problem
I don’t know what happened or when it happened, but I’m sure almost everyone can agree that All-Star Games have died out in the eyes of the fans. The … Continue Reading A solution to the All-Star Game problem
A Look At The Current State of The Celtics-Lakers Rivalry
As a sports fan, there will be many great athletes that you don’t like but ultimately have to respect. Oftentimes, the star of a rival team will be infuriating enough … Continue Reading A Look At The Current State of The Celtics-Lakers Rivalry
Retirement tours are the new norm for athletes
I don’t know if I like them, hate them, or really don’t have an extreme opinion about them. I do know that “retirement tours” are taking over the sports world. … Continue Reading Retirement tours are the new norm for athletes
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